DESCRIPTION

The Building and Facilities Manager will play a pivotal role in upholding the functionality, safety, and appearance of our Oxford head office. We seek a proactive, detail-oriented professional capable of overseeing all facets of facilities management, encompassing maintenance, safety, security, vendor relationships, and facility enhancements. This position’s primary objective is to cultivate an all-encompassing environment that places the utmost importance on the well-being, comfort, efficiency, and functionality of all office occupants—be they employees, clients, or visitors—while steadfastly adhering to the highest standards.
The Oxford office has successfully relocated to a spacious, multi-storey facility in a prestigious central Oxford location. This role is now responsible for maintaining and managing the new office space, ensuring it operates efficiently and meets the needs of the organization. Additionally, the role involves working closely with the BIO leadership team to help define and implement global policies for facilities maintenance, health and safety (H&S), physical security, and access control, in collaboration with the InfoSec team. The position also includes supporting InfoSec-related audits and corporate governance requirements to ensure compliance and robust operational standards.